Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history.
In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish.
By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the country.
Job Description
Reporting to: The Apprenticeship Supervisor and Department Manager
Job purpose: To support those learners training in Engineering Technical Draughting. It provides a structured individualised route with knowledge and skills for those who wish to achieve a qualification in Engineering Technical Draughting.
What will you learn doing this apprenticeship:
* Gain hands-on experience through a safe workplace placement, providing vocational training and education.
* Practical on the job training.
* One-to-one dedicated mentoring.
* Shipyard training facilities.
* Opportunity to earn while you learn.
* You will attend college as required.
Operational Experience you will gain
* Learn how to produce Engineering Drawings/Models using 3D Computer Aided Techniques
* Learn how to produce Fabrication/Structural Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
* Experience the impact and purpose of the Engineering team and the importance of accurate CAD models during vessel build.
* Basic training in other shipyard trades to understand the techniques and how they fit into the cycle of building and repairing ships from producing drawing/ 3D model, to launching and delivering the completed vessel.
Qualifications
Essential
* Hold a Level 2 Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations or a relevant field.
* Hold a minimum a of GCSE grade C/4, National 5 (or Equivalent) in Mathematics and English
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to use your own initiative and a strong drive to succeed are all essential.
* Enthusiasm and determination to learn.
* Self-starter and motivated person.
* Ability to get on with colleagues and customers.
* Commitment to upholding high health and safety standards.
* Responsibility, reliability and dedication.
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.
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